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Junior Outside Machinist

Life Cycle Engineering
sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, San Diego
2535 Camino del Rio South (Show on map)
Sep 26, 2025
Junior Outside Machinist Position Summary: As a Jr. Outside Machinist, you will provide maintenance, repair and technical support on shipboard machinery systems. You will use technical documents (Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual, Instructions, Navy Standard Technical Manuals, Military standards, Test memos, Test Standards, Drawings, and Technical Manuals) that contain information required to accomplish work. This position will be under limited supervision. Contract Specifications: Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DBIDS badge and maintain base access. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Accomplish mechanical repairs and testing onboard ships and in the shop. Removal, repairs, overhaul, installation, alignment, troubleshooting, modifying, and testing on ship's mechanical systems and components including: Antenna tilting groups (ATGs), twin and single boom Boat davit equipment, including nitrogen accumulators. System nitrogen charging, hydro testing, and functional/operational testing of related systems Torpedo strike down equipment, including lift and dogging hatch actuator cylinders Various types and sizes of hydraulic and pneumatic pumps, including centrifugal pumps, vane pumps, sliding shoe pumps, piston pumps, and closed and open-ended pumps. Additionally, related couplings, mechanical seals, and other pump-related components. Capstans, winches, anchor windlasses, steering pumps, sliding pad eyes, and towed array mechanical equipment. Includes equipment brakes and slew motor gear assemblies. Mag cable reel brake systems Slew motors, luff cylinders, and hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and related components Retractable bitts and roller chocks, Baxter bolts, and deck drains Morpack and Limitorque motor operated valve (MOV) mechanical gear assemblies and hydraulic control motors Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) and JP-5 hose reels Required Education, Skills, and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent Minimum 4 years work experience on Navy ships Experience using standard mechanic's tools, torque wrenches, micrometers, dial indicators and other precision measuring instruments, fixtures, portable machine tools, and various gauges in the removal, repair, overhaul, assembly, installation and testing of equipment, subassemblies, and components. Ability to disassemble, clean, inspect, and assess equipment parts and components to determine the extent of wear and damage in justification of recommendations for reuse or disposal of assemblies and components. Ability to identify materials and parts requiring replacement on equipment, components and subassemblies being worked on. Must be able to provide materials and parts replacement recommendations to the Government. Able to protect machined and critical surfaces during removal. Install foreign material exclusion (FME) coverings on all openings. Able to identify, tag, and inspect system equipment and piping components, connections, fasteners, and parts for reinstallation or replacement. Ability to perform pump and motor alignments using Rotoalign laser alignment optics and reverse indicator methods. Able to drill, tap, thread, and clean various deck and equipment fastener/fastener hole threads, including deck drains and Baxter bolts. Familiar with the below publications: NSTM CHAPTER 556, HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT (POWER TRANSMISSION AND CONTROL) NSTM CHAPTER 244, PROPULSION BEARINGS AND SEALS NSTM CHAPTER 503, PUMPS NSTM CHAPTER 075, FASTENERS NSTM CHAPTER 300, ELECTRIC PLANT - GENERAL MACHINERY'S HANDBOOK NAVFAC PUBLICATION 307 (P-307), MANAGEMENT OF WEIGHT HANDLING EQUIPMENT Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience: OHSA 10 CPR Fall protection training Low speed vehicle training (for operation of carts) Completion of PQS 301 Craftsman qualification Forklift Certification Physical Demands and Expectations: Frequent standing, sitting, crawling, kneeling, stooping, crouching, walking, climbing stairs, handling, feeling with hands, reaching with arms, work on scaffolding, work in inclement weather Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds Noise conditions range from very quiet to very noisy Able to work onboard navy ships Ability to communicate effectively both speaking, hearing and electronically (email/text) Manual and finger dexterity; able to grasp, manipulate, assemble small objects Ability to wear a mask for prolonged periods of time This position description re present s a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources. LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work! Learn more below and at www.lce.com . Mission Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential. Culture Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success. Benefits Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more... *Benefits may vary by business unit and location. Life Cycle Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.